Deadline: Fri, 01/05/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Full Time Location: Indiana Location Detail: Multiple Job Description: · Provide technical assistance (wildlife habitat focus) and guidance to private landowners, government agencies, non-government organizations and other groups primarily through federal Farm Bill programs. Training provided jointly by NRCS, DFW, and PF & QF. · Prepare conservation plans, conservation plan modifications, job sheets/implementation requirements, prescribed burn plans, status reviews, wildlife habitat evaluation guides (WHEG), activity reports, contract documents, and other relevant work products and documents requiring biological expertise. · Communicate technical and program requirements and conduct contract coordination, site assessments, eligibility determinations, and training sessions for landowners and resource professionals. · Accelerate conservation program enrollment and public awareness by conducting outreach such as workshops, field days, demonstration events, and habitat tours. · Meet with local PF & QF chapters and other local partners to coordinate and support habitat management efforts and participate in local and statewide habitat meetings and trainings. · Meet regularly with PF & QF, NRCS and DFW staff to coordinate technical assistance efforts and for resource training. · Promote and implement specific conservation programs to improve wildlife habitat and public access. Qualifications: · Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners and partner agency staff. · Ability to work independently with little supervision and with diverse clientele. · Knowledge of wildlife ecology, grassland, wetland and early succession habitat establishment and management, including the ability to utilize various habitat management tools in the development of management plans. · Specific knowledge of grassland/farmland associated wildlife species’ habitat requirements is desirable along with plant identification of native, non-native, and invasive grasses, forbs, trees, and shrubs. · Knowledge of conservation and wildlife programs provided through the Farm Bill, as well as other federal, state, & local entities. · Knowledge of agricultural landscapes, common farming and land use practices, and basic agricultural economics is desirable. · Prescribed fire training is preferred. · Excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail. · Proficiency with ArcGIS is required. · Valid driver’s license required; use of personal vehicle required with a mileage reimbursement provided. Current rate is $.585 per mile with periodic adjustments relative to the IRS rate. Expect to drive 6,000 to 10,000 miles annually. · Must be able to obtain USDA Federal Security Clearance. Miscellaneous: If you have questions, contact: John Kinney, State Coordinator-Indiana jkinney@pheasantsforever.org or (812) 545-7124; or, Kent Adams, Director of Conservation Delivery—Northeast Region, kadams@pheasantsforever.org or (717) 319-5575 Salary: $40,000 to $49,000 (commensurate with experience) with annual performance-based raises, plus benefits (see our benefits summary on our website at www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs). How to Apply: ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Please combine your cover letter, resume and 3 references into a single Word document or PDF file before uploading to the “Resume” area of your application on our Recruitment website (www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs).
